Emerson Rosemount 3308A Reference Manual page 10

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August 2017
Explosions could result in death or serious injury.
Verify that the operating environment of the gauge is consistent with the appropriate hazardous
locations certifications.
Installation of device in an explosive environment must be in accordance with appropriate local,
national and international standards, codes, and practices.
Ensure device is installed in accordance with intrinsically safe or non-incendive field practices.
Electrical shock can result in death or serious injury.
Ground device on non-metallic tanks (e.g. fiberglass tanks) to prevent electrostatic charge build-up.
Single lead probes are sensitive for strong electromagnetic fields and therefore not suitable for
non-metallic tanks.
Care must be taken during transportation of power module to prevent electrostatic charge build-up.
Device must be installed to ensure a minimum antenna separation distance of 8 in. (20 cm) from all
persons.
Probes covered with plastic and/or with plastic discs may generate an ignition-capable level of
electrostatic charge under certain extreme conditions. Therefore, when the probe is used in a
potentially explosive atmosphere, appropriate measures must be taken to prevent electrostatic
discharge.
Process leaks could result in death or serious injury.
Only qualified personnel should install the equipment.
Install transmitter prior to process start-up.
Install and tighten process connectors before applying pressure.
Handle the transmitter carefully.
Do not remove the transmitter while in operation.
If the process seal is damaged, gas could escape from the tank when removing the transmitter head
from the probe.
Failure to follow safe installation guidelines could result in death or serious injury.
Verify that the operating environment of the gauge is consistent with the appropriate hazardous
locations certifications.
Make sure the transmitter is installed by qualified personnel and in accordance with applicable code
of practice.
Use the equipment only as specified in this manual. Failure to do so may impair the protection
provided by the equipment.
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